The famed numbered metal stanchions that for decades defined Southwest Airlines’ unique boarding process are coming down as the Dallas-based ...

Next, Southwest reversed its long-standing commitment to keep the first two checked bags free, citing profitability concerns. Loyal customers—accustomed to the airline’s reputation for avoiding nickel ...

Regardless of how customers feel about the changes, Southwest noted one perk that comes with assigned seating. No alarms will need to be set to check in for a flight and secure a spot in the A or B ...

Southwest Airlines is implementing assigned seating starting in 2026. Passengers can buy tickets beginning on July 29, 2025. The new policy will consist of consumers boarding their flights in groups.

Southwest Airlines is making huge changes to its business model next year, starting with a brand-new boarding process rolling out in late January. Now, we have a better idea of what that boarding ...

Southwest Airlines announced July 21 that it will move to assigned seating on Jan. 27, 2026. The airline is not currently accepting reservations past Jan. 26. Reservations with assigned seats will go ...

My wife and I witnessed a miracle – of sorts – on a recent Southwest Airlines flight to Florida. We watched this unfold as we waited to board the flight from Group A (positions 3 and 4), which should ...